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We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
1at Open Bakery Artisan Bakery Lessons
If you’re already a home bread-baker, or you really want to get involved with the artisan side of bread baking, this workshop will guide you into the world of slow fermentation and sourdough baking. While you create different types of dough, we explain some of the science behind the sourdough method, and give you a grounding in how to best use sourdough cultures with spelt, rye and wheat flours.
2Free! (worth double-checking)at St Thomas à Becket's Church
Saturday 11th July, 5pm Songs and arias by Herbert Bennett, tenor (our Vicar) accompanied by Susan Bain, piano. All are welcome, free admission, with retiring collection for the church.
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3at Open Bakery Artisan Bakery Lessons
Learn the techniques to make delicious macarons from scratch.
4at St Nicholas
Experience the beauty and reverence of our Traditional 's Church. This cherished service combines scripture, prayer, and timeless choral music in a serene and sacred setting. Join us as we end the day in worship and reflection, celebrating the enduring traditions of our faith. All are warmly invited—come and be uplifted by this timeless evening service.
5Book of Common Prayer Evensong on the second Sunday of the months of July, August and Septermber.
6Spencer Jones (me) is making a new live comedy show and this is a work in progress of that show. It’s called dogs because there’s dogs in it and it’s about dogs. But please don’t be put off if you don’t like dogs, it’ll still be funny. In fact, there’s a good chance that by the time I come to Brighton, it’ll only be 30% dogs. There will be weird characters, strange props, fur, and I would imagine some daft music. Lots of bits and pieces for us to work out if they’re funny or not (they will be) x
7Please note: This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY screening. Any innapropriate behaviour or abuse towards staff / fellow customers will not be tolerated. Your ticket includes a Pint of Lager (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a Small Mixed Popcorn! The World Cup continues, and England are back in action. Join us at The Dome Cinema as the Three Lions take on their next match of the 2026 World Cup. With a knockout potentially on the line, every tackle, save and goal could prove crucial. England are looking to take another step towards the finals, this is a match you won't want to miss!
8at The Dome
Please note: This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY screening. Any innapropriate behaviour or abuse towards staff / fellow customers will not be tolerated. Your ticket includes a Pint of Lager (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a Small Mixed Popcorn! The World Cup continues, and England are back in action. Join us at The Dome Cinema as the Three Lions take on their next match of the 2026 World Cup. With a knockout potentially on the line, every tackle, save and goal could prove crucial. England are looking to take another step towards the finals, this is a match you won't want to miss!
9THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF THIS EVENT!! I have been there from the beginning teaching workshops .I will be again this Year so go to my shop to book your space!! Such a great event ,live music ,dancing,food trucks ,bar, marquess full of artisans,craft kits,workshops.Dog friendly . Ticketed event!!
10A tasty brunch (with v/vg/gf options) 90 minutes of bottomless selected drinks Movie musical sing-along show hosted by Lee Peart Audience games with prizes for best dressed, best singers and dancers! Mega-mix afterparty with the biggest musical theatre hits
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